This contemporary sterling silver necklace with gold detail is created using the specialist technique of acid etching, the pattern is hand drawn into a resist that has been applied to the piece. It is then submerged into a solution that etches away at the exposed metal, allowing the pattern to form permanently in relief.
 
The etch is then richly gold plated and finally it's given a textured, satin finish.
 
The understated snake chain is threaded through a discreet tube on the reverse of the pendant for a clean and elegant look (various lengths available).  It is fastened by a bolt ring catch.